瑞伊﹒ruii

🫧a relationship is far from her highest priority. it usually isn't something that crosses her mind. maybe she doesn't believe that she deserves it, maybe she thinks she'll do something to ruin it, or maybe she just doesn't have the time. whatever it may be, it's going to take a long time before she's even willing to entertain the idea, feelings be damned. to her, it couldn't be a worse idea to let you in. but moses is selfish, and you're more than capable of deciding if she and all of her baggage are what you want

🫧but even before that point, she's softer with you than she would be with just anybody, in ways that are likely only noticable to the few who know her the best. she's more willing to put up with your nonsense, she keeps a close eye on you, watching and memorizing your little quirks and habits. she never calls attention to just how well she's gotten to know you, but she always shows it in ways you never realized she was aware of. you don't point out your favorite color, but she knows it. she recalls some plans you talked about having on this particular day a few weeks ago.

🫧you have absolutely no shot of hiding anything from her. if something is going on, she can tell-- even if she doesn't know right away what it is. the fact that she can see your distortion makes things a little more complex, but unless it starts to get out of control, she trusts you to come to her if you need it

🫧loyal in a "you've actually earned it and i choose to stick with you" way. she's seen the issues and faced the consequences of mindless following, and it's not a routine she'll ever fall into again. the fact that she stays with you is intentional, the way that she looks out for you and values your input is a sign that you've got it. it means more coming from her than you might initially realize

🫧more "traditional" terms of endearment like dear, usually only in private or if you're upset/hurt. doesn't often initiate physical affection, but when she does, it's in little ways. if you're taller than her, she might either lean up or wait for you to sit so that she can more easily kiss you on the cheek or forehead. likes giving your hand firm, brief squeezes when she can tell that something is going on. otherwise, she likes your touch more than she lets on

🫧she doesn't really bring it up or express it in a conventional way, but she does enjoy seeing you and ezra get along. they're sort-of a package deal in a way, and while she knows ezra can be odd and may even act a bit distant with you at first, she'll come around. if not because she wants to, then because she wants moses to be happy

🫧i can't really see her having much relationship experience at all. she's typically very busy, always remembering that despite whatever feelings she may be developing, her absolute loyalties lie elsewhere and she can't let herself get too distracted. for all of her upbeat energy and confidence, it would probably take a while for her to take the next step. she would psych herself out too much every time. anyone can see that there's something off about her in those moments, no one is used to seeing her act quite so... girlish.

🫧ezra is a very protective woman by nature. she tries not to smother you, but your safety is her priority. she's not about to beat anyone who looks at you the wrong way senseless or anything, but she does have to be reminded that you're capable of handling yourself.

🫧likes it when you wear something of hers, particularly her coat. it scratches a somewhat possessive itch, but she also thinks that it looks absolutely adorable. she's very proud to not only call you hers, but to call herself yours. she can use discretion when she wants to, sure, but why would she for this? she brags about you to anyone that will listen, even if it's just about the smaller things like how you picked up her favorite food yesterday, or how you brought her fake flowers on account of remembering she was allergic. but on a more grounded note, it feels good to belong to somebody in this way

🫧physically affectionate, typically in a much louder and more sappy way, especially when she's trying to be playful or get a smile out of you. loud kisses on the cheek, great big bear hugs, and personalized nicknames. but there are times when she settles down too, where it's not quite so... not performative exactly, but it's definitely quiet. she'll just approach you, wrap her arms around you, and rest her head on your shoulder. these are the times outside of combat when it's the easiest to remember who exactly ezra is and what she's been through, what she's capable of doing. and you can tell that she recalls those things at those moments as well

🫧you and moses don't have to be best friends or anything, but at the very least you have to show her respect, and she has to be at least neutral on you. ezra values her judgment more than she can put into words, and after all of these years, nothing is going to change that. like moses, she does enjoy seeing the two of you get along, though she'll own up to it and maybe get a bit mushy over the whole thing

🫧he doesn't confess. or really even formally ask you out at all. he didn't really see a point in it? you two are spending more time together, you're getting closer, and so naturally he would find comfort in your presence and seek you out. it didn't feel like something that needed a label, since he clearly wasn't looking into seeing other people before or after the two of you met, and you didn't seem to be either. so if you really want to make it official for real, you're going to need to be the one to initiate it

🫧acts of service is a big one for him, and yet he never expects to be on the receiving end of it. he'll do just about anything to make your life easier, to take some of its burdens of your shoulders, but will always be caught off guard and touched when you do the same for him when you can. doesn't always know how best to express his appreciation; he isn't the best with words that aren't direct and objective. but it's likely one of the things that made him fall for you in the first place

🫧vespa also just really enjoys quality time together. whether it be cooking together or sitting and enjoying some tea, he's glad to just have the opportunity to sit and enjoy your company. he's busy a lot, so he doesn't get to spend as much time with you as he'd like, and when he does he may be worn down from a long day of work. even if he can just listen to you talk about something, he's content. it almost feels shockingly domestic? he gets to know your routine, your preferences, the things you need the most help with. there are moments where he considers himself lucky to be able to get close enough to become familiar with these things

🫧not always the best at physical affection, but he does enjoy a kiss on the cheek, or having your arm linked with his. also likes to rest his head in your lap if you'll let him. he's not about putting on grand displays or anything like that, but he's not exactly opposed to smaller things. will let you sit on his lap in private though. no objections there